Les devineresses (The Fortune-Tellers)
1756
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1756
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This small scene shows three people in a dim, cluttered room. A woman in a long white dress with a red shawl stands to the left, looking at a man in a yellow coat and hat who holds a bag. To the right, an older woman in a blue dress and cap reaches toward the man, as if handing him something. The walls are dark, a ladder leans against one side, and a small window lets in faint light. The title *Les devineresses* (The Fortune-Tellers) hints this might be about palm-reading or trickery. The man’s bag could hold props for a scam, while the women’s focused expressions suggest they’re selling something—maybe luck or secrets. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Martenasie made detailed prints like this.
